Current Projects
At Knapp Properties we are always looking to improve our city through real estate development. We’re interested in building commercial and residential properties that will mean something to the people who live in them and work in them. They aren’t just offices or apartment buildings, they’re homes. Here’s what we’re hard at work on now.
They aren’t just offices or apartment buildings, they’re your work place or home.
THE ESTATES AT THE PRESERVE
residential development
Secluded cul de sac lots nestled between natural prairie and preserved woodlands just off Grand Prairie Parkway and 10 minutes from the heart of West Des Moines. This project was recently completed and lots are ready to be built on.
To learn more, visit: www.ThePreserveWDM.com

PRAIRIE CROSSING – PLAT 8
RETAIL COMMERCIAL OR BUILD TO SUIT
Prairie Crossing offers a superb location adding to the convenient and efficient operation of your business. Located in Waukee at the intersection of Highway 6 (Hickman Road) and Alice’s Road, this land boasts high visibility and excellent traffic counts through the booming new Waukee retail corridor.

SPANGLER
RETAIL COMMERCIAL
Located on the northeast corner of I-35’s Cumming Exit, the Spangler development offers 128 acres of highly visible highway commercial development land with immediate access to I-35 and is a quick five minute drive from West Des Moines. Utilities have been extended and a portion of the land is currently being platted for an owner-user.

ASHWORTH WEST
RETAIL & OFFICE COMMERCIAL
Several lots, ranging from 1 to 17.5 acres, are available in this newly unveiled development on the southwest corner of Ashworth and Grand Prairie Parkway in Waukee.
Kettlestone is conveniently located directly north of I-80 off the new Grand Prairie Parkway interchange. These lots can connect to regional storm water detention and have direct access to a newly constructed tunnel connecting a bike trail across Grand Prairie Parkway. The rapidly expanding city of Waukee promises excellent consumer traffic in this up-and-coming development.

RISING RIDGE APARTMENTS
MULTIFAMILY DEVELOPMENT
Construction of a 140 unit multifamily project is underway at our Rising Ridge development. Located east of Highway 65, south of NE University, and with easy access to I-235 / I-35 / I-80, this area is set up for an easy commute to any area in the metro and this project will open in early 2022. Commercial lots are also available, with all street and infrastructure improvements completed.

611 5th renovation
downtown Des Moines office renovation
A $23 million renovation of this iconic building at 611 5th Avenue in Downtown Des Moines is underway. The renovation will modernize the building, offering tenants Class A amenities, while maintaining the building’s unique mid-century charm and architectural integrity. Open floor plans can be customized to your needs. The project offers convenient skywalk access and ample adjacent parking.
Click Here to read the Des Moines Register’s article on the project.

BIG CREEK TECHNOLOGY PARK – PLAT 4
MIXED USE DEVELOPMENT
Located on the northeast side of Polk City, another phase of Big Creek Technology Park is underway to include the future construction of a new North Polk school and surrounding residential development.

TIMBERLINE VILLAGE
COMMERCIAL & MULTIFAMILY DEVELOPMENT
Knapp Properties is offering a mixed-use development that provides a broad range of retail, office and service uses supplying goods and services to the entire community. Anchored by a Hy-Vee Fast and Fresh and new residential multifamily development om the south side of Douglas, Timberline Village is intended to be a pedestrian oriented place serving as the hub or focal point for the surrounding neighborhoods. The Village will further include residential, cultural and civic uses as well as open space. Timberline Village is located at the roundabout of Douglas Avenue and 142nd Street in Urbandale. Look for more news in 2021.

DESTINATION RIDGE PLAT 6
COMMERCIAL OR BUILD TO SUIT
Located less than 3 miles north of I-80/I-35 on Highway 141, Destination Ridge offers 20 lots ranging from 1.4-11.4 acres. While currently zoned as general and highway commercial zoning, there is the potential for multi-family zoning on Lots 5-8 of Plat 2.

THE PRESERVE – PLAT 2
RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT
The Preserve is comprised of 1,500 acres of rolling prairie and woodlands, located off Grand Prairie Parkway, just south of the Raccoon River. Sections of the 1,500 are being developed in phases, starting with Phase One, The Estates at The Preserve, which is now available.
Plat 2, consisting of wooded one acre+ lots, is located west of Plat 1 across Grand Prairie Parkway is in design for 2021 construction and delivery.

BRIDGEVIEW – PLAT 2
RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT
Bridgeview is a beautiful tract of wooded ground adjacent to pristine undeveloped property owned by the Federal government as part of the Saylorville reservoir. The development plan offers a nice mix of lot sizes and configurations, several daylight capabilities. The site features large, wooded cul-de-sac lots located west of Parker Boulevard and north of Highway 415, is ideal for families, and is within walking distance of North Polk Elementary, the Polk City Library, Leonard Park and a connection to the school and to the 28-mile long Neal Smith Trail system.

AIRPORT COMMERCE PARK WEST FLEX BUILDING
FLEX OFFICE/INDUSTRIAL BUILDING
Knapp Properties is proud to present a proposed flex office/industrial building, conveniently located at Park Avenue and SW 61st, just minutes from downtown Des Moines and Highway 5 with direct access to I-35 via Highway 5. This 57,000 SF building will offer 3,000 SF bays with 20’ clear height and both drive-in and dock-high doors.
